To be part of this readers have a chance to win one of five free family passes to visit Kryal Castle in the school holidays.

The family passes are for two adults and three children valued at $89.

Readers should complete the entry form published in the Stawell Times News and Ararat Advertiser and submit to the office of the Ararat Advertiser at 3 Ligar Street in Ararat or the Stawell Times News at 58 Main Street.

Entries close at 4pm on Friday, December 19.

The magical medieval land of Kryal Castle was once ruled by the much loved King Arlen until his children were turned into dragon sprites by the mischievous She-Dragon Ushnag. King Arlen and his bravest knights went to battle with the dragon and sadly they never returned.

Now daring Kryal adventurers have the opportunity to seize King Arlen's throne by taking part in the summer season of Shields of Sorcery. Find the magical shields hidden around the castle, solve the riddles and report your findings to the Tooth Fairy Lolly Shop to receive a well-deserved sweet.

The new king or queen will be announced at 3.30pm each day by the Kryal Herald and the lucky winner will receive a family pass to return to their new ruling land.

With a huge range of new medieval tournaments, shows, games, quests and more, these summer school holidays are set to be bigger and better than ever.

Head to the Castle Arena for the daily joust, skill at Arms knights' training, the Romeo and Rapunzel show, Militia training and pony rides throughout the day.

While inside the castle arts and craft activities, calligraphy and potion making are all available.

Tour the Torture Chamber, take on the Dragon's Labyrinth and visit the animal nursery - all while competing to be the king or queen of Kryal Castle.